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Lewisham is a well-established South London borough known for its mix of Victorian terraces, Edwardian homes, and early suburban developments. Many properties across Lewisham feature traditional London stock brick façades built using breathable mortar systems designed to regulate moisture naturally within solid walls.
Over the years, however, many Lewisham homes have been repointed using hard cement mortar or coated with paint and render. While these materials may seem durable, they are often incompatible with older brickwork and can trap moisture inside the structure.
This commonly leads to cracked mortar joints, brick face spalling, damp issues, and chimney deterioration.
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Lewisham properties commonly feature
Compared to more central boroughs, Lewisham includes a greater number of residential streets with properties that have undergone varying levels of modernisation.
Often, brickwork involves a combination of these services for the best results.
We carefully remove deteriorated or cement-based mortar and replace it with breathable lime mortar suited to period construction.
Proper repointing:
We repair damaged brickwork and replace deteriorated bricks using reclaimed or carefully matched materials to ensure a consistent finish.
Using low-pressure steam cleaning systems, we remove dirt, algae, and environmental staining without damaging brick surfaces. This is ideal for restoring the appearance of period homes.
Many Lewisham properties have painted brick façades. We safely remove coatings to restore breathability and reveal original brickwork.
We carefully remove render and pebbledash finishes, restoring exposed brickwork using traditional methods. This often significantly enhances kerb appeal.
Traditional lime mortar
Replacing cement mortar with lime is often essential for maintaining period properties.
We treat Lewisham properties as long-term structural investments.
We maintain clean, organised working practices at all times.
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Yes — breathable mortar helps prevent moisture-related damage.
Yes — it traps moisture and accelerates deterioration.
Yes — we use controlled steam cleaning systems.
Typically 1–3 weeks depending on property size.
If your brickwork is showing signs of age, damage or weathering, professional restoration can protect your home for decades to come.